Taste of Dubai: sumptuous treat awaits you

It's time to feast and the foodies are going to love this time of the year. Taste of Dubai 2012 promises to be the best yet with an avalanche of culinary greats presenting their gourmet dishes. The festival starts from March 15 to 17; taste as much as you can and when you feel tired of eating and drinking, sit back and enjoy the live music. Some of Dubai's most renowned and popular restaurants welcome you to experience their signature dishes. Two-Star Michelin Chef Atul Kochhar and Food Network’s Aarti Sequeira has confirmed to showcase their talent and expertise at the region’s leading food, drink and music festival. Resturants like Gaucho, Nobu, Seafire, Saffron, Ronda Locatelli, The Ivy, Toro Toro, Zafran, Da Shi Dai, Mahec, À la Turca, Sonamu, Buddha Bar and Carluccio’s will be a part of Taste of Dubai festival taking place at Dubai Media City’s Amphitheatre. To experience the work of Michelin-starred chefs and international television personalities in a beautiful setting is a true gourmand’s dream and a treat for most visitors. There will be a line-up of the world class bands and DJs for a jazz-driven, funky live soundtrack that will entertain you and keep you going. MapleJacks, one of the most popular resident bands in the UAE, have confirmed their attendance. Those willing to take few tips back home will get the opportunity to see demonstrations from top chefs, take part in cookery classes and shop in the epicurean al fresco marketplace. So while you are busy tasting, sipping and learning what do kids do? Well they have an exclusive Kids zone to play around and also enjoy other entertaining activities. Tickets are now on sale for the festival; those purchasing their tickets on the Taste of Dubai official website (www.tasteofdubaifestival.com) will get the chance to win Dubai’s Ultimate Dining Experience. Residents can also enjoy a fabulous early bird offer of 2 standard tickets for Dh99. This ticket allows you entry into the festival and access to all features.   VIP experience is also available for Dh200 and experience fast track entry into the festival, access to the British Airways VIP lounge, 2 free drinks at the VIP bar, 3 free dishes and entry into a draw to win amazing prizes. Food lover's ultimate destination, Taste of Dubai, brings together highly acclaimed restaurants, internationally renowned celebrity chefs, premium beverage brands, gastronomic exhibitors and an incredible entertainment stage. Come have a good time, enjoy the region's delicacies and you will like to taste Dubai again. From dmi